NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who has chosen to breastfeed tells the nurse that her nipples became very sore while she was breastfeeding her older child. Which measure will help her to avoid soreness of the nipples?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Breaking suction gently prevents nipple trauma, reducing the risk of soreness during breastfeeding.
Question 2 of 5
A client is receiving end-of-life care and tells the nurse that he has not always lived the way he should have or treated his children well. Which of the following responses is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reflecting that the client has regrets (
B) is empathetic and opens further discussion without judgment. Asking for details (
A), dismissing concerns (
C), or suggesting forgiveness (
D) may not be appropriate.
Question 3 of 5
A client with acute pancreatitis is experiencing severe abdominal pain. Which of the following orders should be questioned by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morphine can cause sphincter of Oddi spasm, worsening pancreatitis pain, so it should be questioned; meperidine is preferred.
Question 4 of 5
An end-of-life client receiving home hospice care states he no longer wants to eat. The nurse should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In hospice care, respecting the client’s autonomy is key. Accepting the decision to stop eating and focusing on comfort aligns with end-of-life care principles.
Question 5 of 5
A client visiting a family planning clinic is suspected of having an STI. The best diagnostic test for treponema pallidum is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The fluorescent treponemal antibody (FT
A) test is highly specific for Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of syphilis, and is the best diagnostic test.